The Prince Pro Rebel 950 is just coming out in a 2016 color scheme:
Product Notes
According to the Prince Website, this is just a cosmetics update.
Original Pro Rebel 950 (EXO3 Version)
Here’s the previous version, which came out in 2014 I think:
Image via princerackets.co.nz
Product Notes
I first spotted the Prince Pro Rebel 950 on the Prince New Zealand Website. Most likely, this is the updated version of the Prince EXO3 Rebel, which is used by Nicol David and tons of other women and men.
Specs
Weight: Medium (135 grams)
Balance: Head-Heavy (37.5 cm.)
Head Size: Small (464 sq. cm.)
String Pattern: 16 x 16
Strung with: Prince Rebel 17
Reviews
Here’s Paul “Pro Rebel” Hargrave from PDH Sports explaining a bit more about this racket and how it compares to other rackets in the Prince range:
Here’s my own personal review of the Pro Rebel:
Have you tried this racket? Please leave a review in the comments below!
Spotted
Here are a couple photos from a Prince photoshoot with Nicol. Yep, she’s holding the Pro Rebel 950.
Images via facebook.com/princesquash ∞
Here’s Adrian Waller using this racket in the the 2014 British Nationals (thanks to ipi for the tip). He was previously using the EXO3 Rebel, so that makes sense.
Photo by Steve Cubbins ∞
Here’s Nicol using the new racket in the 2014 British Open:
Photo by Steve Cubbins ∞
Here’s Mohamed Abouelghar at the 2015 British Open:
Photo by Steve Cubbins ∞
And Camille Serme too:
Photo by Steve Cubbins ∞
Camille now actually has a custom-painted version of this racket:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
Here’s Tsz Fung Yip at the 2015 World Champs:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
Emily Whitlock at the 2016 British Nationals:
Photo via Steve Cubbins →
b says
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Nicol is using a Wilson racket at the World games. are Prince Squash gone out of business (Willstrop or SJ Perry don’t use them any more either).
although i think Ramy still uses his Prince design
Ivan says
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For your ref.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DFx-rXdXgAETtO0.jpg:large
B says
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It’s on Camile’s fb page that she’s announcing a new racket sponsor today! my money is on Tecnifibre
Lloyd says
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Its a brand called Artengo? (On her instagram) its a french brand of racket I think? (not entirely sure if I have it right)
Topias says
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Can anybody write about their experience with the 2016 version? Is it as heavy as the 2014 one? Have you weighed it? 2014 version is about 164g with original grip and strings whereas the 2012 version is about 10g lighter. I know the 2016 is supposed to be a cosmetic makeover but I’m still interested.
Loz says
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Just to say again what a fun racket this is. Hoping to get a couple of spares once the price drops.
Eamon says
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The new 2016 Prince Textreme line of Rackets Catalogue
http://media.princesquash.com/2016SquashCatalog/#4
Topias says
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Prince O3 Black & Prince Pro Rebel 950 are both supposed to have the same frame weight of 135g. Nevertheless, when you weigh them on a scale with original grip and strings, the O3 Black is 148g (something you would expect from a 135g racket) and the Pro Rebel 950 is 163g!!! 15g more and Prince think nobody will notice?
YSK says
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yeah this is actually true. It’s very very heavy.
I noticed the weight label for the Pro Rebel 950 has changed to 143g or something.
Loz says
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I’ve played with this racket for a year or so and enjoy it a lot. The power it generates is huge although the head-heaviness makes it less easy to wave around if volleying upcourt. I smashed it just before Christmas and ordered two more from Amazon for GBP 90 each – that’s how much I like it.
Fred says
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Anyone noticed Camille Serme’s pretty rockin’ racket at the recent HK Squash Open?
Had the chance to chat with her, it’s a one-off custom job made for her. Prince has no plans to mass produce them.
jazz says
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Maneuverability : Prince Pro Power Bite 750 is better than both Rebel and Tour without a doubt. Ideal for rallying.
jazz says
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The complete name of the racket is Prince Pro Beast Power Bite 750. 128 gms. Good amount of power and control. Also promoted by Ramy Ashour. Try it out.
Chris says
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I purchased the exo3 rebel (predecessor to rebel 950) on ebay for $100 and should arrive before the weekend!
jazz says
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Enjoy ! The earlier version sold a lot and is still selling. The newer version is more or less similar and has the power ring. Try a TF X-one restring, you won’t regret it.
regards
JAck says
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I actually own both of these rackets (EXO3 Rebel 2012 model & the Pro Beast 750),
I much prefer the Rebel for it’s supreme power, since I have a relatively strong short-game and don’t mind a little less control in my racket.
The Pro Beast is probably a more well-rounded racket, especially if you need a lot of touch at the front, but for long-game the rebel is king of the princes
Chris says
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Comparing the Rebel 950 and Tour 850 which is a better racket in your opinion(power, control, feel, maneuverability)? I’m deciding between the two right now. Thanks
jazz says
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I would say Rebel 950. A restringing as mentioned in my previous mail will give you a better feel also.
Off the shelf they both have a similar feel. For emphasis on feel the Prince Power Bite 750 would score better.
Jazz Puri says
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For the best results from a Prince Pro Rebel 950, one needs to restring it with a TF X-one string, this noticeably reduces the head weight as this string is lighter and at 1.18 mm, makes it comfortable for rallying. Best stringing results in terms of increased power and control come at 25-26 lbs.
Tom says
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I’m playing this racket -Pro Rebel 950- and absolutely love it. Stable, powerful, great touch and beautifully balanced!
Enjoy
Geoff says
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Were you able to confirm whether these were a mere update in cosmetics?
Pierre Bastien says
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Hi Geoff, here’s what Damon at Prince had to say:
Geoff says
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Thanks for that Pierre.
I actually compared 2011, and 2014 Prince rebel over the past week and noticed that 2011 seems a bit less head heavy.
My friends also have been saying that 2014 rebel feels a bit heavier than the previous iteration.
ipi says
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Hi Pierre, I believe Adrian Waller used this new Prince Pro Rebel 950 racket during British National Championship.
Thanks 🙂
Pierre Bastien says
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Nice spot – thanks ipi. I will add a picture soon.
aqtor says
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Yes … thats the one. Mostlikely James Willstrop will play that racket.
aqtor says
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Here a few more prince rackets upcoming this year …
http://www.sportsmatch.com.sg/prince-squash-racquet/
I personally like this one:
http://www.fieldsportsdirect.com/prince-pro-tour-850-squash-racket.html
Pierre Bastien says
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Thanks for the links Aqtor. I like the design on that 850. I wonder if that might be the latest version of the Exo3 Pro Tour.